
Competencies
- Hardware Design
- Embedded System Design
- Wireless Low-Power Systems
- Schematic Layout
- PCB Layout and Assembly
- Signal Integrity Analysis
- EMI/EMC Analysis
- Controlled Impedance Routing
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Embedded Systems Design
- Power Electronics
- Digital Circuit Design
- Analog Circuit Design
- Mix-Signal Circuit Design
- Design of Experiments
- Hardware/Software Debugging
- Android App Development
- 3D Modeling and Simulation
Skills
Languages: C, C++, Python, Java, MATLAB, Verilog, Assembly (ARM LEGv8)
Protocols: CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, CSI, GPIO, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, SAI, I2S, MODBUS, Wi-Fi, BLE, UDP, TCP, Bluetooth LE, ESPNOW, FreeRTOS,
CAD Tools: Altium Designer, KiCad, SolidWorks, Unity Game Engine
Lab Tools: Digital Oscilloscope, Vector Network Analyzer, Logic Analyzer, SMD/BGA Soldering
Development Tools: IAR Workbench, Visual Studio, Xilinx Vivado, STM32 CubeMX, Android Studio
Soft Skills: Team Collaboration, Troubleshooting, Complex Problem Solving
Others: 3D Model Drafting, 3D Printing, Microsoft Office Suite
About me
I am Femi Olugbon, an Electrical and Computer Engineer passionate about developing innovative solutions at the intersection of technology and healthcare.
Background
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering
- Master of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Expertise in product design, hardware design, embedded systems, and wireless wearable solutions for healthcare diagnostics
Key Projects
- Designed advanced circuit boards and embedded firmware
- Developed full-scale electronic systems and wearable sensing devices
- Created comprehensive wearable sensing and acquisition systems for gait analysis and occupational safety
- Enabled real-time monitoring of risk factors associated with work-related musculoskeletal disorders
Impact
My work in wearable gait analysis and motion tracking has advanced real-time healthcare diagnostics and rehabilitation capabilities, showcasing my leadership and innovation skills.
Current Focus
Exploring opportunities in hardware design engineering and medical technologies job roles.
Beyond Work
- Engage with the community through teaching and knowledge sharing.
- Inspire the next generation of engineers.
- Fascinated by technology's transformative power and its future possibilities.
- Contribute to open-source libraries for embedded devices.
I'm always eager to connect with like-minded individuals. Feel free to explore my portfolio and reach out if you'd like to collaborate or learn more about my work!
Resume
Summary
Femi Olugbon
Innovative Electrical Engineer with 4+ years of expertise in designing hardware systems and embedded solutions with a proven track record in developing wearable sensing and acquisition systems for healthcare diagnostics from concept to deployment. Skilled in circuit design, firmware development, and real-time monitoring technologies.
- Durham, NH
- (603) 617-5967
- olugbonfemi@gmail.com
Education
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
2021 - 2024
University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH
GPA: 4.0
Thesis: Hardware and Software Optimization of Smart Insole Systems for Gait Analysis.
Bachelor of Science in Electronic and Electrical Engineering
2015 - 2020
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ife, Nigeria
GPA: 3.88
Thesis: A Mobile Percussograph for Medical Examination of the Torso.
Work Experience
Research Assistant
2022 - 2024
Wearable Sensing & Control Systems Lab, Durham, NH
- Spearheaded innovative research in wearable system design, resulting in two pending patents for novel designs and algorithms in load estimation and workplace hazard detection.
- Realized a 20% reduction in weight by designing ankle prosthetic motor units with enhanced durability and functionality using SolidWorks.
- Reduced EMI by 25% and improved EMC performance for insole wireless data acquisition system by redesigning the PCB with a four-layer stack.
- Enabled real-time joint trajectory tracking of a 21-segment human avatar in the Unity game engine by developing data processing pipelines via Android integration.
- Implemented a dual-receiver architecture for the multi-sensor motion capture system, ensuring 0% data loss for up to 21 connected sensor nodes in real time.
- Managed an Android app and software stack for real-time gait data processing and visualization, facilitating comprehensive analysis of gait patterns and abnormalities.
Teaching Assistant
2017 - 2018
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, UNH, Durham, NH
- Improved student performance in digital system design by 25% through project-based FPGA instructional design.
- Attained 82% satisfaction rate teaching circuit analysis and linear systems to 135 students.
- Led computer organization recitations for 27 students, covering computer architecture and assembly programming.
- Enhanced student's FPGA development understanding via hands-on Verilog StopWatch project on Xilinx Artix7 FPGA.
Medical Devices Intern
2019 - 2020
Bio-Signal Processing, Instrumentation and Control Lab, Ife, Nigeria
- Slashed energy losses by 20% by designing a bi-directional power supply solution by reducing voltage spread.
- Reduced medical diagnosis cost of pneumothorax by 95% by innovating a portable medical percussion device.
- Improved upper limb functions of persons with upper limb amputation by designing cable-driven hand prosthesis devices.
Volunteering Experience
Project Lead
2022 - 2024
Dinah Whipple STEAM Academy, Durham, NH
- Increased underrepresented students' interest in STEM by 85% through tailored IoT and mobile health project curriculum.
- Enhanced STEM engagement via hands-on EMG-based home automation project for improved accessibility.
- Developed MQTT client-side logic on ESP32 SoC, enabling real-time IoT communication for student projects.
Patent Applications
Wearable System for Long-Term Assessment of Exposure to Lifting Hazards
Application Number: 63/504566 (Pending)
Auto-Calibrated Smart Insole for Long-Term Measurement of Ground Reaction Force
Application Number: 63/504521 (Pending)
Projects
- All
- PCB Design
- Software
- App
- 3D Drafting